Meaning of the word rover in English
What does rover mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
rover
US /ˈroʊ.vɚ/
UK /ˈrəʊ.vər/
Noun
1.
a person who spends their time wandering
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He was a restless rover, always seeking new adventures.
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The old sailor was a true rover, having visited every continent.
2.
a vehicle for exploring extraterrestrial bodies, such as the Moon or Mars
Example:
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NASA sent a new rover to Mars to collect soil samples.
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The lunar rover allowed astronauts to explore a wider area of the Moon's surface.